On the recordMarch 8, 2011
In my home State of New Hampshire, I have had the pleasure of talking to many constituents over the course of the last several days who have expressed their great concern relative to the rising gas prices not just in New Hampshire, but all across the country. Just today, gas prices are now at $3.45 a gallon, minimum. This and many Congresses have failed their obligation and responsibility to have an approach to solving the energy crisis and the energy challenges that are before us. And I call both on this body and the President of the United States to come with an all-of-the-above energy policy so we can once and for all look the American people in the eye, my constituents in New Hampshire, and give them hope for a true reduction not just in gas prices, but to have long-term sustainability and viability from our own country in how we have our oil and other opportunities to reduce our dependence on foreign oil. This is something that is critical not just today and in the coming weeks, but its been critical for our Nation's infrastructure as well as our economy. I again hope that this body acts swiftly and promptly.
